Wokingham · England
Tapas Catering for Earley events
Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Earley: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests.
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Work receptions
- Engagement celebrations
Book tapas catering in Earley
How our tapas catering works in Earley
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, served while the paella cooks, but they work on their own too. We cook patatas bravas, Serrano ham and tortilla española, and we are often booked for sharing boards for evening guests and tapas starters.
In a town like Earley, tapas suit garden parties, hall parties and receptions. Hot tapas need a spot to finish them. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
Drinks receptions around Earley
Earley is about 2 miles south-east of Reading, in Wokingham. From the centre of Earley to the outskirts, tapas catering works the same way: paella cooked live, every diet catered for and a clear quote. Earley is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham we cover.
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Earley station, about 0.9 miles north-east. Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Trinity Church.
We cook at events all over the RG6, RG2 and RG1 postcode area. From Elm Road, Elm Lane and Mays Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the pans to you. You’ll find Earley on the A327 and A3290, so it is easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Other places close to Earley for tapas catering include Lower Earley (1 mile south-east), Whitley (1 mile west), Newtown (2 miles north-west), Whitley Wood (2 miles south-west) and Shinfield (2 miles south). We also cook in nearby towns such as Wokingham (4 miles south-east), Crowthorne (7 miles south-east), Woosehill (4 miles south-east), Emmbrook (3 miles east), Twyford (4 miles north-east) and Charvil (4 miles north-east). Earley is among the bigger towns we cover in Wokingham, with lots of choice for events.
Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.7 miles north-west) and Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (1.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Earley include South Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
- Schools near Earley include Maiden Erlegh School (0.5 miles north-east) and Leighton Park School (0.7 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you will find The Three Tuns pub (0.7 miles north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include University of Reading library (0.7 miles north-west)
Why choose live paella in Earley?
A plated starter needs a kitchen and staff. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. The cost per head generally falls as numbers rise, because the cooking set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why us?
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at How we price Or Our guide to catering costs.
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Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party cooking. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can hire equipment and do it yourself, but there’s shopping, prep and hours of cooking. We take care of all of it.
A closer look at the menu
Gambas al ajillo
A favourite with seafood lovers.
Patatas bravas
Crisp potatoes with a spicy tomato sauce.
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. Evening receptions in Earley stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:25pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Send us the date, venue, numbers and serving style.
- You get a suggested selection and a price.
- On the day we arrive, set up and finish the hot tapas on site.
- Canapés circulate with drinks, or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear away our equipment when service is finished.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want to eat
- Get the venue’s permission for cooking
- Plan cover in case of rain
Get a quote
Every event is quoted individually, so you only pay for what you need. For a quote, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Canapés need staff to serve
- Separate seafood dishes from the rest
- Check diets in advance
- Let us know if tapas are a starter or the main event
Tapas go out to the tables.
Sangria and bar staff.
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Earley? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Give us the details and we will suggest a plan.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Occasions we cook for in Earley
They work for any size of event.
If you’re planning any of these, we can help:
- Work receptions
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Tapas before paella
- Birthday and anniversary parties
If you are looking at a historic venue around Earley, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- When payment is due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Allergen information for each dish
What affects the price in Earley
These are the factors that matter most:
- How many staff you need
- Your choice of paellas
- Plates, cutlery and glassware
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed before booking.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Expected numbers
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What the venue already provides
- A picture of the space, if you can
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Questions from Earley
Can you cook in Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, generally the council. Ask them first, and we will send any information they need.
How far is Earley from London?
About 36 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Are your tapas vegetarian-friendly?
Many tapas are naturally vegetarian, like tortilla and padrón peppers. Each dish is labelled.
Will there be enough food?
We plan quantities from your guest numbers, timings and other courses, with a little extra built in. Give us accurate numbers for the best result.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in its own pan.
Is it really cooked live?
Yes, always. We cook from scratch in large pans at your venue, where your guests can watch.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, if you tell us in advance. The rice is gluten-free, but stocks and chorizo can contain gluten, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
What happens if it rains?
We cook under cover, such as a gazebo, marquee or open-sided barn with good ventilation. We plan for rain with you in advance.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff